Metal recyclers Sydney · Family run since 2003
On-site pick up, Sydney wide. We weigh it on the spot and pay you on the spot — from a shed clean-out to a full data centre decommission.
Mortdale yard
18 Barry Ave, Mortdale NSW 2223
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“I rang in the morning and the load was gone by 10.30am that same day.”
Peter · Google reviewPick up · Data centres · Trucks & bins
Looking for a metal recycler in Sydney who is fair and reputable? At A-K Scrap Metal we make metal recycling convenient — we come to you, from a single bin of offcuts to Tier 1 stripouts and data centre decommissioning.
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Since 2003 we've provided on-site pick up across Sydney and paid on the spot. You don't have to move a muscle — nowhere is too far within the Sydney area.
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Upgrades and full decommissions: power and HV cable, busbar, racks, cable tray, UPS batteries and cooling plant, stripped, sorted and removed to your program.
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Bring it in to 18 Barry Ave, Mortdale. A clean, safe yard where the team will even help you unload.
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A large variety of trucks, from hiab trucks to semi-trailers, plus bin and pickup services — hooklift bins, Marrell skip bins, commercial wheelie bins and forklift bins.
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We offer a 24/7 pickup service as we service a lot of stripout and night shift jobs. Factory hours are 7am–4pm weekdays and 7am–2pm Saturdays.
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Factory blow-outs, demolition scrap, plant and machine removals and recurring pickups. We're prepared for big tonnages and complicated recycling jobs.
Types of metal we buy
Competitive pricing on all non-ferrous metals — copper, brass, electrical cables, aluminium, stainless steel and more. Tap a metal to add it to your pickup.
Rates move with the metal markets — call or send a photo for today's price. See every grade we buy →
New · Data centre scrap metal removal
Upgrades, migrations and full decommissions leave a lot of copper, aluminium and steel behind. We strip, sort and remove it across Sydney, on night shifts if the rest of the site stays live, and pay for every grade we recover.
On every data centre job
Pickup planner · Money for scrap
Tell us what you've got and where it is. We'll match the right truck or bin, show what to expect on the day, and send your docket straight to the yard.
How it works
No need to organise or separate the different metals. Our goal is to make collection as convenient as possible — sending you off with slightly heavier pockets and a lighter load on your shoulders.
Ring 0403 172 170 or send us a picture. Unsure whether it's recyclable metal? We'll advise you without difficulty — and give you a fast, accurate quote.
Home, trade site or factory floor — nowhere is too far within Sydney. Same-day pickups are possible in most cases, and we run 24/7 for stripouts and night shifts.
Open weighing with full transparency — no underpayment, no overweighting. Ask and we'll send photos of the weights.
Fair prices at current market rates and lightning-fast payment. Then we load it up and it's recycled responsibly — not sent to landfill.
Industrial · Commercial · Residential
Small amounts of household scrap or big company loads — every job gets the same attention and efficiency.
Factory blow-outs, demolition scrap, machine removals and recurring scrap metal pickups. We're prepared to deal with big tonnages and complicated recycling tasks — with cranes, semi-trailers and hooklift bins.
“Not only did I have a difficult job, but I also had to make an unexpected short notice change to the timings and they were accommodating and understanding of my situation.”
Christina Grogan · Google
Electricians, plumbers, HVAC and fit-out crews. We supply commercial wheelie bins, forklift bins and skip bins, swap them on schedule and pick up after hours so your site keeps moving.
“Picked up my scrap aluminium at premium prices! Extremely quick, weight with photos. And lightning fast payment.”
Mat, printing company in Alexandria · Google
Old sheds, hot water systems, gutters, ally windows and garage clean-outs. You don't have to move a muscle — we come to you, weigh it on site and pay you on the spot.
“Moe and Joe have just come all the way from Mortdale to Wahroonga, and have done a nice job in dismantling our old metal shed, removed a bulky and rusty hot water system, and cleaned away the debris.”
Google review · Wahroonga
Hall refreshes, power and cooling upgrades and full decommissions. We strip, sort and remove the metal to your program, including night shifts while the rest of the site stays live.
Why choose A-K Scrap Metal?
Competitive pricing on all non-ferrous metals such as copper, brass, electrical cables, aluminium, stainless steel and more.
We've earned our reputation through honesty, reliability and the best possible value for your scrap.
Service available 7 days a week — 24 hours if needed for after-hours work.
We come out to you, weigh it on the spot and pay you on the spot. No wasted time and full transparency.
We're available 24/7 for any questions — call 0403 172 170.
What Sydney says
I rang in the morning and the load was gone by 10.30am that same day. Extremely happy with the prompt response. Great service.
I cannot recommend Mo and the team at A-K highly enough. Not only did I have a difficult job, but I also had to make an unexpected short notice change to the timings and they were accommodating and understanding of my situation. They were honest, prompt and great value for money!
Fifteen out of 10! Picked up my scrap aluminium at premium prices! Extremely quick, weight with photos. And lightning fast payment. Thanks to the guys for a professional service. I'm a printing company in Alexandria.
Moe and Joe have just come all the way from Mortdale to Wahroonga, and have done a nice job in dismantling our old metal shed, removed a bulky and rusty hot water system, and cleaned away the debris, so now I am a happy customer! Would like to recommend A-K Scrap Metal to anyone who appreciates friendly attitude and good services.
Wouldn't recommend anyone else except these guys, they offer the best rates and best service! Props to Moe and Joe for their hard work and never disappointing us.
Great service fast, helpful and upfront about pricing.
Clean and safe location, even helped me unload my scrap metal.
Reliable, quick and professional. 👍
Great customer service, would definitely be back 👌 thanks boys
Scrap metal pick up across Sydney
From Brookvale to Campbelltown, Silverwater to Kirrawee — we run pickups right across the metropolitan area from our Mortdale yard. Check your suburb:
Since 2003Family run · Mortdale NSWAbout A-K Scrap Metal
Being one of the largest metal recyclers in Sydney, we're proud to build long-term relationships with customers who come back after every visit. For us it's not only a matter of gathering scrap — it's making recycling easy, rewarding and good for the environment.
We'd like to serve you and fulfil your scrap metal recycling needs seven days a week. Please don't hesitate to contact us.
What sets us apart from other metal recyclers in Sydney is that we're devoted to our customers as well as the environment. Recycling isn't only getting rid of something you don't want — it's creating a cleaner, more sustainable future.
That's why we've developed stringent recycling policies so every piece of scrap is recycled responsibly, less metal goes to landfill, and you get the right amount of money for your metal.
We are a family run business established in 2003, and we pride ourselves on efficiency and making recycling scrap metal convenient for you while serving the environment. We aim to satisfy every customer with stress-free onsite collection, making our trade fair and completely transparent.
Our team has grown over the years with one aim in mind: a professional service that makes recycling easy for households, tradespeople and businesses alike.
From the blog · December 3, 2025
Organising your scrap speeds up the process and can mean a better payback. Four habits our best customers use:
Read the full guideKeep copper, brass, aluminium and steel apart. Mixed loads are graded at the lowest common value.
Take off rubber, plastic and timber attachments where you can — cleaner metal makes a better grade.
Dry, clean material is faster to weigh and process, and keeps the grade where it should be.
Not sure what you've got? Send us a picture and we'll tell you the grade — and bring the right truck.
Send a photoInstead of going to landfill, scrap metal can be re-shaped and melted down to make brand new products.
Re-using metal saves resources and prevents many forms of pollution, significantly cutting emissions.
Recycled metal lowers production costs for industry — and is as good as new.
FAQ's
Pricing, pickups and what we accept. Can't see yours? Ask the yard.
Metal recyclers collect, process and recycle scrap metal such as copper, aluminium, brass and stainless steel. At A-K Scrap Metal we help households, businesses and industrial customers get paid for unwanted metal — we sort it, weigh it correctly and send it on to be recycled responsibly.
Yes. We remove the metal from data centre upgrades and decommissions across Sydney: power and HV cable, busbar and switchboards, server racks and cable tray, UPS lead-acid batteries, and chillers and CRAC units with certified refrigerant recovery. We work night shifts when the site stays live. How data centre jobs work.
We accept a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including copper, aluminium, brass, stainless steel, lead, steel and iron, electric motors and batteries. If you're not sure your scrap is recyclable, just ask our team.
Yes. We pay by the kilo at current market rates, which move with the type and quality of the metal. Weighing is open and payment is immediate.
Yes — anywhere in Sydney. Whether it's heavy industrial stock or a load at home, we come to you so you don't have to deliver anything. Pick up is free for non-ferrous metals; fees may apply for steel pick ups.
Absolutely. We work with commercial and industrial customers right across Sydney — factory blow-outs, demolition scrap, machine removals and recurring scrap pickups. We're set up for big tonnages and complicated recycling jobs.
We take most scrap metals, but some hazardous or restricted items — such as radioactive metals, some electronic metals and gas cylinders — can't be accepted. Call us to check and we'll point you to a safe recycling option.
In most cases, yes. Same-day pick up or drop off depends on your location and how much scrap you have. Call us and we'll do our best to fit your schedule.
Yes. A-K Scrap Metal holds all required permits and licences and complies with all rules and regulations.
Call 0403 172 170, send a message through the website, or send photos of your scrap metal and we'll come back with a fast, accurate quote.
Our yard is at 18 Barry Ave, Mortdale NSW 2223, and we cover the whole Sydney metropolitan area — from the city to the outer suburbs.
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